How to Build Post and Beam Homes

Through the use of a designer or contractor's assistance, it is
imperative to obtain advice in order to make sure that the addition of
the new timber wood beams go along with the rest of the older
construction of a living space.

It needs to be completed using a thoughtful process and relate to
older parts of the home. You cannot just fit an older building to the
extensions.

The beam extensions must fit the home instead.

You cannot over extend using wooden beams.

It is suggested that anything over a 25 percent increase in floor
area could not only distract from the character of the home but could
also create a structure that is not actually as sound and could end up
causing damage instead to the building.

Extensions should not be added with the intention to out do or out
last older parts of the structure. One thing to also keep in mind is
that if a home is considered a historical home or listed as a
conservation area, any changes to the home needs to be discussed with a
local planning authority.

This should be done before actually starting any work. If your house
falls within certain limitations, you can actually be reimbursed or
save money on the costs to revamp a building.

When making changes to the structure of a building, always consult a
building contractor or architect that is knowledgeable in working with
older structures.

Try to avoid using salvaged materials as they are not able to
withstand the wear and tear as newer materials. This is not an area to
try to skimp on cost.

This older wood can be warped, difficult to work with or may be more apt to become damaged and simply not fit a new frame.

The older wood is actually hard. Ceilings that have beams are
typically lower so it can be difficult to determine where to place the
extensions properly.

That is why it is imperative to have an expert to work with you. This
is no do it yourself project unless you are well experienced in
structure of this nature.

Even then it takes a crew to determine the measurements and all the proper procedures.

There is no minimum ceiling height but a typical standard one is at
least 2.4 meters from the floor to the ceiling, with 2.1 meters being a
minimum.

If the ceilings are sloped and cathedral like or you want to use
beams that follow the pitch of the roof, keep this in mind when adding
extension beams.

A surveyor should be able to work alongside an architect to make sure
that all of the ceilings are not too low as a result of adding wooden
beams to the interior of a residence.

As previously mentioned, wattle and daub materials once consisted of
earth and animal dung. There are more modern materials that satisfy the
same purpose.

A mixture of lime and hemp can do the trick because it sets very
solid. For insulation, use sheep's wool insulation for thermal
purposes.

It will still comply with power and fuel regulations. Also, consider
underfloor heating components which allow for the system to operate at a
lower temperature allowing for heat to rise.

This method can also prevent the warm air and changing humidity from ruining the wooden beams and allowing them to last longer.

Never try to make wooden beam structural additions resemble
perfection. The contrast and differences in the beams give more
character to the aesthetics of the structure and the overall appearance
of the interior.

The beams can give a room a certain feeling of comfort and warmth.
The varying shades of wood or even the blemishes of the beams can add
quirkiness.

Should you expose beams of your structure?

You can create a more open space and there are several other reasons to show off the support beams.
If your house is listed as a part of history, remember that removing
plaster that is historic may decrease the charm and appeal of an older
house.

It could potentially damage most of the historic composition of the home including any wall art.
Exposing beams may look awkward if there are more contemporary
additions to the space such as a modern fireplace or contemporary
windows.

ge creates qualities in the beams such as sagging, bowing and bulging
and may still be structurally sound. Messing with that can create a
disaster if it is not gone about properly.

Sometimes it is better to repair old wooden beams rather than
replace. If an area is significantly damaged, that is when you can and
should make replacements with newer, more sound and reliable beams.

While exposing wooden beams are beautiful additions to add an
interesting appeal to the inside of your home, it is a process that
takes a considerable amount of planning and work.

In homes that are not listed as historic, the process can be
completed without going through any red tape but keep in mind that what
you may uncover may not be what you were hoping for.

Already existing old beams that were hidden will remove the encasing and expose what lies beneath.
Exposing beams can result in a big cloud of plaster, removing many
nails and even staining or painting the beams so that they are
attractive.

Some of the beams may have never been intended to be exposed in the
first place and could result in severe ugliness perhaps from damage over
time or even to mask fire damage to the interior.
It may be an undertaking that you are not ready for so definitely be
prepared. Seek professional assistance to renovate and to keep from
creating irreversible damages.

Can you fit in a range?

Modern range cooker a commercially inspired with cutting-edge looks, the latest ranges have it all.
Ever found yourself cooking a complex feast for family or friends, Hand discovered something just won't fit into the oven or your hob suffers a lack of burners? The solution could be a modern range cooker.
Latest ranges combine great looks with multi functionality, endowing the home cook with professional capabilities.

Dual-fuel ranges provide the benefits of both gas and electricity, and hobs usually come with at least five burners - some models also feature griddle or wok hob options.

Their sleek design ensures they are very often easy to keep clean and in top condition. Like their traditional counterparts, modern ranges help to make the kitchen the center of the home, but with the very latest technology.

CAN YOU FIT IN A RANGE?

Before you rule out a modern range because of size, it's worth considering that some models come in no wider than 70cm.
As regular convection ovens are 60cm it means you can end up losing as little as 10cm of cupboard space. Check the depth of the range in relation to the standard depth (60cm) of your units.

Many models will fit snugly, but 'professional'-style designs can be 15cm deeper so they will stand proud of the work surface. Make sure the range can be adjusted to the height of (or just higher than) your cabinets.

Provided you have enough space between the two sets of cabinets, a range cooker is fairly easy to install. It just needs to be located in easy reach of a fuel source.

A gas- or dual-fuel-powered range should be near a gas supply and plug socket. Electric models just need to be located near to a plug socket. The larger the range, the greater the power (extraction rate) and the larger the extractor hood required.